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Schwimmweste Kinder - Schwimmhilfe - mit verstellbarem Schrittgurt

Drowning Other - Personal protective equipment Serious risk

Schwimmweste Kinder - Schwimmhilfe - mit verstellbarem Schrittgurt was recalled on 1 November 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/03006/24. Drowning risk reported by Austria. There is a risk of drowning as the product can push the child's head into a disadvantageous position or under water.

Photo of recalled product: Schwimmweste Kinder - Schwimmhilfe - mit verstellbarem Schrittgurt
Alert NumberA12/03006/24
BrandPottwal
CategoryOther - Personal protective equipment
Risk TypeDrowning
Notifying CountryAustria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberP4RIB001
Published1 November 2024

Risk Description

There is a risk of drowning as the product can push the child's head into a disadvantageous position or under water. Moreover, the product lacks the necessary warnings and user instructions. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13138-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 01/10/2024

Product Description

Swim vest for children, size S, with a fin on the back. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0BYD9FM2B; B0BQ34FL96).

🌊 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Schwimmweste Kinder - Schwimmhilfe - mit verstellbarem Schrittgurt.

About this risk

This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.

Recommended action

Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.

Who is at risk?

Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.

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